Gordon Stretton
Gordon Stretton | |
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| Born | William Masters 5 June 1887 Liverpool, England |
| Died | 3 May 1983 (aged 95) |
| Occupation(s) | Music hall, jazz, singing and radio programmes |
| Years active | 1896 - 1950s |
| Known for | Brought jazz to Latin America |
| Spouse | Mary Agnes (Molly) Smith |
Gordon Stretton (5 June 1887 – 3 May 1983), born William Masters, was an English singer, dancer and musical director of mixed Irish and Jamaican descent. He became one of the first Liverpool-based musicians to gain international acclaim, and is credited with introducing jazz to Latin America.